Britain’s national security adviser Jonathan Powell will meet Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday. Photo: X/PMO
United Kingdom National Security Adviser (NSA) Jonathan Powell on Wednesday conveyed the British government’s appreciation of Pakistan’s “constructive role in regional diplomacy” to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif amid efforts to find a solution to the US-Iran conflict.
According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, Powell called on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister’s House.
“Powell conveyed the appreciation of His Majesty’s Government for Pakistan’s constructive role in regional diplomacy, including its ongoing efforts to facilitate dialogue and de-escalation in the wider region,” the statement said.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining “robust and forward-looking engagement” with Britain, which he described as a long-standing strategic partner.
Mr. Jonathan Powell, Britain’s national security adviser, urged Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Islamabad, 20 May 2026. pic.twitter.com/M5kK7pQwor
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) 20 May 2026
While conveying his best wishes to his British counterpart, Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister recalled the warm and cordial telephone conversation between the two leaders last month, where they expressed a common desire to further strengthen Pakistan-UK ties.
The British NSA also congratulated the Prime Minister on the government’s economic reform efforts and expressed the UK’s interest in further expanding bilateral cooperation in the areas of security, trade, investment and development.
